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About the Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence

Well aware of the development issues at stake in the area of artificial intelligence, three partners have created a unique Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence: The Idiap Research Institute, the Swiss Distance Learning University and the Canton of Valais.

On one hand, today's businesses desperately need skilled talents and knowledge in order to develop their potential in artificial intelligence and plan the future. On the other hand, universities do not yet provide training programmes that fulfil these needs. This new, unique Master combines top theoretical training, most of which takes place online, with the development of a professional on-the-job project.

A unique partnership

The Idiap Research Institute, Swiss Distance Learning University and the Canton of Valais have partnered together to present the very first professional Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence. It is supported by the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs.

This master equally meets the needs of companies to acquire talent in the area of artificial intelligence, of skilled professionals to further their career and of students to specialize in this area.

Starting in February 2019, the programme already involves key industrial partners who intend to open several positions linked with the course.

Idiap Research Institute

The Idiap Research Institute is one of the world leaders in research and technology transfer activities in the area of artificial intelligence. It is an independent, non-profit foundation.

You will benefit from the expertise of its researchers and experts in artificial intelligence and technology transfer. They will teach the programme and support you and your company during your on-the-job artificial intelligence project.

Idiap is in charge of the scientific content of the programme and provides guidance, expertise and support to guarantee the success of your artificial intelligence programme.

Swiss Distance Learning University

The Swiss distance Learning University is the leading online university in Switzerland. It is in charge of the online training technologies used in the programme. It guarantees top online learning pedagogy and trains the Idiap experts to deliver high quality training.

Swiss Distance Learning University is in charge of the academic content of the programme and guarantees every ECTS credit you will get. The university will also deliver your master.

Canton of Valais

At the heart of the Swiss Alps, the Canton of Valais is home to many high-tech start-ups as well as to Idiap, the leading research institute in artificial intelligence and Swiss Distance Learning University, the leading online university in Switzerland. Ministry for Economy and Education sponsors the Master in Artificial Intelligence.

The Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs

The Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) is the Swiss Government's centre of excellence for all core issues relating to economic and labour market policy. Its mission is to sustain economic growth, high employment and fair working conditions by creating the necessary regulatory, economic and foreign policy framework. It supports the Master in Artificial Intelligence.